Over 700 people have reportedly been killed in Tanzania during three days of election-related protests, according to the country’s main opposition party.
Foreign media reports stated that internet access in Tanzania has been restricted.
As a result, the death toll is expected to rise further, the reports added.
The protests erupted following allegations of irregularities in the presidential election held on October 29.
Protesters claim that the ruling government is suppressing democracy by persecuting opposition leaders.
A state of emergency has been imposed in Tanzania in an effort to control the unrest.
Meanwhile, the foreign ministers of the United Kingdom, Canada, and Norway have issued a joint statement urging the authorities to exercise maximum restraint and respect freedom of expression.
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